A fence is a notable investment, a significant home improvement that provides significant security and beauty. Much goes into a fence installation project, such as design, preparation, and financing. Freedom Fence & Deck is here to help you with a professional fence installation in Columbia, Maryland. See below how you can get started on your project!

Your Fence’s Purpose

The first step in a fence installation project is to decide what the fence’s purpose is. Do you merely want to set up a divider between properties or a boundary against neighboring woods or streets? Are you providing security for children and pets, or against possible intruders? Do you need a pool fence or horse fence? Another possible purpose is privacy from neighbors and busy streets. All in all, the different purposes a fence can serve are:

• Boundary marking
• Security
• Privacy

Designing Your Fence

Once you are certain of what purpose you’d like your fence to serve, it will be easier to pick a fence style. Your fence’s design will ideally match the purpose you have for it. Different types of fences include:

• Picket Fence: A classic, semi-privacy fence that provides enough security to keep kids and pets within bounds and let outsiders know where your private property begins.
• Split Rail Fence: This rural-style fence fits rural and suburban properties. It consists of fence posts connected by two or three rows of fence rails.
• Ornamental Metal Fence: An aluminum or steel fence cannot offer privacy, but its strength is fantastic for higher security needs. It is excellent as a pool fence or security fence.
• Chain-link Fence: A chain-link fence is durable, low-maintenance, and affordable. It is a highly reliable fence for residential and commercial properties alike. One can add privacy by purchasing privacy slats designed for chain-link fences.
• Estate & Paddock Fence: An estate fence has fence posts connected by two or three rows of fence planks. A paddock fence is similar, except that it has an X pattern at the top or bottom of each fence panel.
• Privacy Fence: There are different privacy fence styles, such as board-on-board, shadowbox, and lattice. All of them serve the same purpose of providing maximum privacy and can also act as a sound barrier.

For more inspiration, please see our residential fence gallery and feel free to ask us about the options.

Fence Materials

Among these fence styles, you can also choose between different fence materials. These materials vary in price, upkeep, strength, and, to some level, style possibilities. Here’s an overview of the options:

• Pressure-treated pine: Pine is a sturdy wood that will last for well over a decade when infused with a preservative chemical. It is the most affordable fence material available.
• Western red cedar: Cedar is a softwood with natural aromatic oils that preserve it from rotting. It is a beautiful, middle-of-the-road lumber that will last over a decade easily.
• Ipe: Ipe is an exotic hardwood that is very dense and has a beautiful dark color. 
• Composite: A combination of recycled wood and plastic fibers, this low-maintenance fence material offers the look of wood without the need to sand and stain it.
• Vinyl: Vinyl is 100% PVC plastic designed to withstand the outdoors. As a fence material, it can mold into practically any fence style and can come in one or more colors like white, gray, tan, brown, green, blue, and red.
• Aluminum: Aluminum fences are lightweight and sturdy. They can’t provide privacy, but they offer affordable and decent security.
• Steel: Steel fences can come in two forms: ornamental and chain-link. Chain-link fences are affordable and practical, while ornamental steel fences offer the best in strength and style.

Mix, Match, or Customize

Keep in mind that it is possible to have more than one type of fence around your property to make the most of your property’s privacy, security, and ventilation needs. It can also help you get savings, too.

What’s more, a custom fence design is also possible. Custom fences can better adhere to difficult terrain and specific style choices.

Selecting a Fence Contractor

Once you have an idea of what kind of fence you want, it’s time to find a fence contractor. If you have neighbors or local friends or family who have recently installed a fence, they could recommend a great fence contractor. Of course, online research is another great option. You are here, after all! Online research is a great way to discover different contractors who serve your area and get different quotes.

Why Choose Freedom Fence and Deck?

Freedom Fence and Deck is a veteran-owned, family-operated, accredited business with decades of experience in building beautiful fences and providing great customer service. Check out our work and feel free to contact us for a free quote or chat with us anytime. 

Freedom Fence and Deck has many fantastic customer reviews, which you can see on Facebook and Angi. We also have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, a perfect record with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission, and multiple Angie’s List Super Service awards.

Perhaps the best way to see if we are the right company for you is by giving us a call about your project. We can give you a free quote or a free consultation, in which we will visit your home to discuss your residential fence project and send you a free estimate. 

Many people ask us if we can determine property lines and get permits for the project. The answer to both is yes, we can! Learn more on our FAQ page. 

If you choose to work with Freedom Fence and Deck, we will finalize the fence design and the quote and prepare for the project after receiving a deposit of a third of the cost. On the project day, at least one company owner will be present to oversee the work. You will be left with a clean property and a beautiful, sturdy new fence!

At Freedom Fence and Deck, we look forward to providing you with a beautiful fence installation in Columbia, MD! If you have any questions or would like a free quote, please contact us today.

Additional Residential Services in Columbia, MD

• Decks: We build, repair, renovate, and replace backyard decks of all kinds! 
• Patios: Create, renovate, or repair your backyard patio in Columbia with concrete, brick, or natural stone.
• Screened porches: Construct a beautiful outdoor living space that protects you from the bugs, sun, and rain.
• Three-season rooms: Three-season rooms have solid glass or vinyl windows; if you dream of a sunroom for your Columbia home, contact Freedom Fence and Deck!

Upgrade Your Home and Reach Out to Freedom Fence Today

Whether you want a brand new patio in the spring or want to install a beautiful new wood fence, Freedom Fence and Home has the expertise, competitive prices, and professional service you need. Freedom Fence and Home has over 50 years of fencing experience in the Baltimore County area, Harford County, Essex, White Marsh, and Bel Air area and we pride ourselves on giving our customers the best customer service experience possible. To see examples of our work and pick the right fence for your home, visit us online. To get started on planning your project, give us a call at (443) 271-6841, or visit us online. For more information, tips, and updates about Freedom Fence and Home, follow us on Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook.